Reflecting the debate around the national dairy plan and how it might affect regional bodies like Murray Dairy, he says he's not precious about his new job.
“If the future means that the regional bodies have to change and I don't have a title, then that's okay,” Mr Tyler said.
“It's about what's best for the industry.”
Mr Tyler prefers a new industry model where advocacy can be part of one larger body delivering representation, information and professional training for farmers, all funded by a levy.
“We can't keep running our industry bodies like we've got thousands of members.
“And I don't think everyone wants to attend monthly meetings in a cold hall in the middle of winter, when we have other communication avenues today.
“But I'm optimistic we can deliver a plan for the industry which will work well.”
The Tongala farmer, who runs about 900 cows on a total mixed ration property, was elected into the chair's position at a recent annual meeting, and will replace outgoing chair Karen Moroney.
He has 30 years of farm experience since he moved to the Tongala farm from the Adelaide Hills.
Mr Tyler is a familiar face at Australian Dairy Conferences, as he has diligently supported the events while on the board for about eight years.
He is also a member of the Rochester Bamawm Dairy Business Network and a former chair, and is a great believer in information sharing to improve farm performance and mindful of the enormous trust that discussion groups engender.
Like most dairy farmers, he is currently appreciating a better season.
“The Murray Dairy region is not without its challenges, but this year has been an exceptionally good year seasonally and overall, the whole region is enjoying much friendlier climatic conditions.
“From a business perspective, a lot of dairy operators will be feeling a lot more confident going forward and the (Murray Dairy) board will continue to focus on what is important to our farmers and our region.”
Reflecting on her time with the board, Ms Moroney said her roles had been both extraordinary and rewarding, filled with optimism of what had been achieved collaboratively, and dotted with challenges through drought, water issues, floods, bushfires and a global pandemic.
“A lot has transpired between my commencement on the board in 2013,” she said.
“I feel very proud of how our organisation has matured in that time.
“I want to thank our farmers in the Murray Dairy region.
“It has been a pleasure and a privilege to work alongside you for these past seven years and I hope that our efforts have touched your business in a meaningful way and continue to do so, through our various extension and education programs.”
The Murray Dairy AGM also saw Dhurringile dairy farmer Tony McCarthy chosen to continue his role as deputy chairman.
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